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  • @BrooklynBalla
    @BrooklynBalla Рік тому +835

    The gaming commission were clueless on gaming laws?What a shocker 🙄

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +121

      I know... why am I surprised?

    • @Davezy1
      @Davezy1 Рік тому +29

      Is this an American thing? In Australia we have the Gaming and Racing Commission governing and regulating gambling within the country and they know EVERYTHING.

    • @HolyEnchanta
      @HolyEnchanta Рік тому +36

      Most likely a bunch of oafs in "pre-retirement" who dgaf

    • @samirali3050
      @samirali3050 Рік тому +41

      @@Davezy1 in Las Vegas they do know everything but in many states where gambling is not that big they don’t care

    • @Triskut91
      @Triskut91 Рік тому +21

      @@Davezy1 It's not a government agency in the U.S. without massive incompetence and corruption. This holds true regardless of age, sex, political affiliation, or race.

  • @Skwerll
    @Skwerll Рік тому +360

    "I'm losing count of how many attempts it's taking to get the police on the phone"
    That's saying something considering keeping count is one of your most practiced skills

  • @risunokairu
    @risunokairu 11 місяців тому +29

    "We have a policy" "so you're admitting your policy is to break the law?"

    • @crowe6961
      @crowe6961 11 місяців тому +3

      My policy is that casinos with official policy to break the law would, were things to be ideal, receive a very flammable surprise if the government refuses to regulate them.

  • @oscar
    @oscar Рік тому +412

    This is literally my favourite series on UA-cam right now

    • @edwardkellogg8090
      @edwardkellogg8090 Рік тому +1

      same

    • @kapwns
      @kapwns 11 місяців тому +4

      How about metaphorically? Figuratively? Or is it strictly literal?

    • @wt9767
      @wt9767 4 місяці тому

      Same here. I just wish he would have shared some footage of his meal at Olive Garden. Lately I don't know what the hell to order there. It's like they stopped giving a fuck ten years ago.

    • @tylerroberts8306
      @tylerroberts8306 4 місяці тому

      @@kapwns🤔

  • @Alex-cw3rz
    @Alex-cw3rz Рік тому +2350

    The fact they didn't care about the law I feel like you should unblur these criminals faces so the police can deal with them.

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +1046

      Yeah the blurring thing is actually not a legal thing. Like, as far as I'm aware there's no legal requirement for me to blur any of the faces.
      There's a few reasons I do it:
      - So people aren't motivated to sue me (it would be baseless but baseless lawsuits can still be expensive)
      - Because I don't want them to get doxed or harassed. The phrase 'punishment fits the crime' comes to mind and being doxed is a pretty traumatic thing to experience.
      - Because my main issue is with the casinos themselves, and less with the people in them. Sure, I think that last guy was a dick, but I don't think I'd even want him to have hundreds of thousands of people verbally attack him online.
      However I wouldn't hesitate in sending all the un blurred videos to police/gaming if I thought it would do something.

    • @J.D....
      @J.D.... Рік тому +76

      @@stevenbridges at this point, would it ever from a wasted time trying to cash out perspective, ever be worth it to have a lawyer step in? Granted i dont know the general hourly rate a lawyer would charge to threaten a casino with legal action, but your time must be valuable aswell i imagine.

    • @austinwinston684
      @austinwinston684 Рік тому +34

      They'll care when a good guy with a gun wants to cash out without ID.

    • @Willettes1
      @Willettes1 Рік тому +3

      @@stevenbridges That would make sense if you didn't say where the casino was and left their build/voice unedited.

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +85

      @@Willettes1 It's not about making it impossible, it's about reducing the ease of which to do it. Making it harder to find out who these people are could be the difference between a load of hate emails and one person going 'hey you're in that steven bridges video'.

  • @moonpalace.mp3
    @moonpalace.mp3 Рік тому +493

    That casino is so infuriating, I never jump to "just sue them" but if they're so nonchalant about actively breaking the law then they should really be looked into

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +155

      Yeah, I do have a friend who is potentially suing a casino for something they did. So let's hope that goes well, just on principle.

    • @whammaster
      @whammaster Рік тому +6

      Suing a casino would cost you hundreds of thousands of legal fees for multiple years until you win and get it all back, settle, or going bankrupt.

    • @Andrew_Young
      @Andrew_Young Рік тому +22

      @@whammaster do you know that for a fact? At least sometimes, when you are the one suing and the suit is likely to succeed then there are lawyers that might work on contingency. So, they would take the case and wouldn't be paid by the hour, but they will take a portion of whatever you win (say 30%-50%).

    • @whammaster
      @whammaster Рік тому +9

      @@Andrew_Young "Do you know that for a fact" that is insanely charged wording to respond with.
      Cases that the casino knows they will lose is them settling out of court. Or what you explained. It is a process for the lawyer to maintain a winning track record with their firm so they can be placed on higher end cases later. No one wants a lawyer that constantly losses in court.

    • @PvblivsAelivs
      @PvblivsAelivs Рік тому +3

      Actively breaking the law? Put down your team colors for the moment. There is no law prohibiting their ID requirement. And suing the casino is pointless. They can simply request confirmation of the identity of the person suing them and cut you a check, also putting your information in a database of unwelcome individuals.
      They are required to cash out your chips. They are not required to let you stay anonymous. They have powerful lobbyists helping to write laws in their favor. And not a lot of people are that concerned with their privacy.

  • @GooGooBarabajagal
    @GooGooBarabajagal 5 місяців тому +6

    Gaming Commission is supposed to be a consumer protection agency but instead they conspire to protect the casinos

  • @lj3794
    @lj3794 11 місяців тому +7

    I lol everytime he shows the clip of the bird saying thats not PROTACOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLL

  • @BriceMagic
    @BriceMagic Рік тому +518

    I’ll leave the hidden-camera work to the pros 😂 Thanks for taking me behind the scenes of this crazy world you’re in, Steven!

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +35

      You tried your very best! 😂

    • @theestateshoppebythreer2094
      @theestateshoppebythreer2094 Рік тому +1

      In AC I’ve hit for $2000+\- on Dec times video poker and they needed ID and I had to fill out a form. Are you saying that’s illegal??

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +8

      @@theestateshoppebythreer2094 I thinks the requirements are much lower for video poker and slots but I don't know. Table games work differently

  • @Bum_Hip
    @Bum_Hip Рік тому +70

    The casinos have direct lines to gaming officers, and/or gaming control. You are within your rights to demand the presence of one, if you feel you are being wronged. I have seen this happen many times in Las Vegas. This is coming from a 28 year casino veteran.

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +18

      That’s great to know! Thanks!

    • @tommyfu9271
      @tommyfu9271 Рік тому +18

      Nevada gaming actually does their job unlike most states

  • @Xplayer007
    @Xplayer007 Рік тому +268

    After this is over, there's potential for a "Beat the Odds: Lawsuit Edition" with all the legal violations that these casinos are committing.

    • @HipHopCantSaveMe
      @HipHopCantSaveMe Рік тому +3

      Lol, nothing will come of it. He's not going to sue a billion dollar conglomerate casino. They will bankrupt him in a second.

    • @knight1706
      @knight1706 Рік тому +13

      @@HipHopCantSaveMeNot when the law backs him up doofus

    • @iamjohnrobot
      @iamjohnrobot Рік тому

      @@knight1706you clearly don’t know anything about civil proceedings. The real issue was his complete wet noodle approach with “soft” strong arm types. If you’re in with them, your only chance is to not act like a complete bitch as he did.

    • @cadenwitt1384
      @cadenwitt1384 Рік тому +4

      @@knight1706he’s definitely in the right and I hate casinos as much as anyone but they will absolutely drown him in legal fees

    • @kcgunesq
      @kcgunesq 11 місяців тому +1

      @@knight1706 Assuming for the moment that he's absolutely right and they can't refuse to promptly pay without an ID, what are his damages? So, sure, he could sue and win $1 and a verdict that they treated him wrong. I suspect the better course would be to file a formal complaint with the state licensing board.

  • @theanalogkidmodular
    @theanalogkidmodular Рік тому +4

    1:58 "I'm losing count"... so funny coming from you LOL

  • @colewildenhus7207
    @colewildenhus7207 Рік тому +517

    Steven you should bring with you print outs of the local states laws regarding these issues you constantly run into. And give it to them each time they ask

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +218

      Yeah this is a great idea, I definitely should have done this

    • @counterfeit4450
      @counterfeit4450 Рік тому +46

      @@stevenbridges This is smart to do for sure.
      I’ve actually had interactions with Police who don’t know their own laws, when I know the actual law and just pulling up the state website and showing them helps an awful lot.
      However, the fact that some of these people “don’t care” is concerning and makes me think they may not have the patience to read a law off a piece of paper and process it.

    • @TheStoneProduction
      @TheStoneProduction Рік тому +3

      I can’t believe you haven’t done this

    • @dashielcockrill998
      @dashielcockrill998 Рік тому +5

      I agree with everything except for the fact that they can’t be bothered to read the law. If you the manager then you need to read the law but if your just a random employee you aren’t going to go against what your boss says so then saying I don’t care what the law is perfectly valid.

    • @slovokia
      @slovokia Рік тому +3

      You are assuming that law enforcement personnel care that much about the laws as written. I suspect some of them make things up as they go along making sure to protect the interests of “important” people / corporations.

  • @williamferguson8543
    @williamferguson8543 Рік тому +53

    Love the saltiness from you this back off. You’re nicer than most of these casino bosses deserve. Best of luck on whatever’s next!

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +5

      Haha yeah, I think my hungriness really contributed to my anger 😂

  • @MrAbkejoe
    @MrAbkejoe Рік тому +7

    Fuck yes I'm so glad you stood up for yourself, you weren't being antagonistic, you were standing your ground and stating the facts my man. Keep on keepin' on!

  • @crondawg101
    @crondawg101 4 місяці тому +1

    Why can't every backoff be like this.
    "Hey, nice job counting cards........no more blackjack"

  • @superepicness1554
    @superepicness1554 Рік тому +158

    Another brilliantly entertaining video! Can't believe the fact casino staff are not trained to a reasonable level on the law!!

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +9

      Thank you! Yeah you'd think!

    • @tmtmtlsml
      @tmtmtlsml Рік тому +6

      I am reasonably certain that they are and are following orders from higher up to disregard it. Look at the hassle that they put Steven through just for them to eventually give him his money. I would bet that a Director or Shift Manager was gambling that Steven wouldn't be in the country long enough (or have the desire) to find a competent gambling lawyer and bring a civil suit against them. A gamble that they won, I might add. I would further guess that had Steven not had an English accent and was more of a good ol' boy, they would have relented in the end, especially with a name-drop of a local lawyer

    • @marksoutofzen
      @marksoutofzen Рік тому

      Of course they know the law nothing about training, they wanted his ID. Why you need a lawyer to get it done.

    • @Traumawarrior77
      @Traumawarrior77 Рік тому

      Great videos.
      Perhaps the fact you post these videos is what your problem here is in cashing out, and this will only get worse.
      Like it or not most casino employees are heavy gamblers. They also watch these videos.
      You’re good at what you do, but maybe you’ll make more in life not posting these videos.

    • @ronaldbarnes1746
      @ronaldbarnes1746 Рік тому

      Its actually similar to policeman. Teaching the law would reduce number of harrassments and arrests. So they play ignorant kr keep their people ignorant to abuse people who dont know any better.

  • @WeDoNotCare1
    @WeDoNotCare1 Рік тому +373

    As someone who has worked in Casino Surveillance and with Gaming for years, I can not possibly apologize enough for how this shit goes REGULARLY. Casino gaming regulation is iffy at best, and down right illegal, at worst. I'm a big fan of the content you're putting out, and I'm hoping it helps get the conversations on these kinds of things going more and more.
    Rooting for you.... until you hit my work, and then I'll probably be psyched to ID/catch ya, lol.

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +89

      Hahah just say ‘Hi Steven’ and you’ll save us both the ID chat 😂
      Well it’s good to hear this angers people in the industry. Because all my frustration is really at the casinos themselves. Most casino staff are really nice people.

    • @iamjohnrobot
      @iamjohnrobot Рік тому +4

      I’d be interested in learning about the people who run casinos. For some reason i feel if the truth of who they are was available, the public would want them on spikes yesterday.

    • @sergnio
      @sergnio Рік тому +4

      C'mon let the man have a couple thousand in the name of having quality UA-cam videos!!

    • @Look_What_I_Did
      @Look_What_I_Did 11 місяців тому

      @@iamjohnrobot You realize the OP is a liar.

  • @jordan3152
    @jordan3152 Рік тому +5

    One of the few channels I will watch full ads on to support. Great content!

  • @RollTheWindowsUp_WISAD
    @RollTheWindowsUp_WISAD Рік тому +2

    Never been attracted to gambling or cards I don’t even know how to play any card games but I digress. You’ve captured my full attention with these videos I’m freaking loving it.

  • @kfullmer89
    @kfullmer89 Рік тому +55

    I lost patience during a hostile backoff once and said something like “All this because I’m good at your card game? Seriously, don’t offer gambling games to the public if you’re afraid to lose sometimes.” I’ll probably use that line more often in the future..

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +27

      Not to mention that card counting, overall, impacts casinos in the most minimal amount possible revenue wise

    • @kfullmer89
      @kfullmer89 6 місяців тому

      @@present3348 Are you a casino employee?

    • @kylelilley4814
      @kylelilley4814 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@@kfullmer89he certainly sounds like one from that tangent lmao

    • @mokalons5107
      @mokalons5107 5 місяців тому +1

      ​@present3348 What you're saying doesn't make sense. First of all, counting works by looking at whether the cards left are high or low. The dealer of the casino wouldn't be able to use card counting because they have to draw till 18. Also if a rule isn't published then its not a rule. Casinos do have the right to back you off, but you're not breaking any laws/rules. If casinos don't want card counters they can just not offer blackjack, or shuffle the deck between rounds. They don't, which means that they want people to count.

    • @kfullmer89
      @kfullmer89 5 місяців тому

      @@present3348 tl:dr after the weird soup analogy.

  • @xBugzly
    @xBugzly Рік тому

    Love the conttent!!!! always so enjoyable!! seen u grow this channel from the beggining and always knew u were gonna make it big on this platform. congrats for all your success brotha. Keep up the grind!!

  • @TheUncleBob
    @TheUncleBob 4 місяці тому +2

    Steve, lemme make you a deal. I'll meet you outside of the casino, you give me the chips, I go in and cash out, I keep 10%, you keep your ID. 🤣

  • @columboscandela
    @columboscandela Рік тому +13

    As a resident of Louisiana, I must tell you that the government in this state is inept, corrupt, and incapable of completing simple tasks.

    • @rdizzy1
      @rdizzy1 Рік тому

      Right wingers purposely make the government inept, corrupt and incapable of completing simple tasks, so they can then point to said government and say "See, we told you they were inept, corrupt and incapable of completing simple tasks, we need less government and more privatization!!" Then proceed to ignore the fact that once you go higher up the private corporate ladder, it is filled to the brim with nothing but inept, corrupt, and greedy people.

    • @columboscandela
      @columboscandela Рік тому +1

      @@rdizzy1 the idiocy of louisiana politics transcends partisanship.

  • @happyrocker02
    @happyrocker02 Рік тому +32

    I hope LA casino commissioners look at this and have them pay some hefty fines.

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +36

      I can only hope. But somehow I don't think LA gaming commission are very... good at their jobs.

    • @perdedor3571
      @perdedor3571 Рік тому +2

      They absolutely will not.

    • @rattanack1413
      @rattanack1413 Рік тому +4

      They all get paid to come into the office and play on their phone.

    • @PIaEE223
      @PIaEE223 Рік тому +1

      @@stevenbridges I live in Louisiana and no one cares to do their job down here. I firmly believe nothing will happen to them but would love to be wrong.

    • @c0nc3ntr8d6
      @c0nc3ntr8d6 Рік тому +3

      @@stevenbridges they’re complicit, there was a reason you called and got completely clueless employees or voicemails.

  • @HeadArmpit
    @HeadArmpit 4 місяці тому

    Most entertaining content I’ve seen on UA-cam in years thanks for the great content. Keeps me entertained when I need it.

  • @AleksanteriR
    @AleksanteriR Рік тому +1

    We need more of this savage steven😂😂😂

  • @32mackan
    @32mackan Рік тому +67

    These videos from your card counting trips are honestly the best content I've ever seen on UA-cam. Keep it up Steven!

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +5

      That is a massive compliment! Thank you!

    • @jonathanvandagriff7515
      @jonathanvandagriff7515 Рік тому

      @@stevenbridges Ifs so true. Your videos are so uniquely amazing I can't even explain it in words.

  • @albs-x5868
    @albs-x5868 Рік тому +69

    Loving the series! Carry on please

  • @digginholes
    @digginholes Рік тому +1

    Love watching your videos Steven. I wish I could cards count but I cant remember what I had for breakfast. Keep up the good work bud.

  • @liamahlborg2647
    @liamahlborg2647 Рік тому

    This is so much more then counting cards. It’s a dance around rules and a fantastic look into human psychology.

  • @wilhelminemuller9024
    @wilhelminemuller9024 Рік тому +46

    It‘s so sad knowing that at some point Steven won‘t be able to play in Casinos anymore because of his channel here. Love the series and I wish there was a way to avoid people recognizing you.

    • @trenthaag4391
      @trenthaag4391 Рік тому +1

      Their is he needs to train a protege that’s not known and send them

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +16

      Yeah it's the price I pay for making videos. I do have some other series ideas that I think would make for some damn good content though

    • @kolmogorovaxiom1493
      @kolmogorovaxiom1493 Рік тому

      @@stevenbridges I don’t know, this series is going to be a hard one to beat

    • @jdave16
      @jdave16 Рік тому +3

      @@stevenbridges Hair dye and a hat can do wonders...

    • @neszero
      @neszero Рік тому +6

      @@stevenbridges Would be amazing for you to collaborate with a sfx makeup artist and let them transform your appearance each video in an undercover mission series.

  • @DjDmt
    @DjDmt Рік тому

    Just found your channel and I love the content, great stuff 👍🏻

  • @mitchellsuppanz5350
    @mitchellsuppanz5350 5 місяців тому +2

    I was so happy about the Olive Garden

  • @BrentTV
    @BrentTV Рік тому +147

    This is my favorite series on UA-cam at the moment.

    • @kry0cera962
      @kry0cera962 Рік тому +8

      Yep the other verified commenter said that already well done

    • @nickh4610
      @nickh4610 8 місяців тому

      @@kry0cera962 This is MY favorite series on UA-cam at the moment

    • @Philip_Taylor
      @Philip_Taylor 7 місяців тому

      @@kry0cera962 Hahaha, grifters.

  • @timsterhd
    @timsterhd Рік тому +33

    Most entertaining series on YT hands down!

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much! 😃

    • @dwayneb72
      @dwayneb72 Рік тому

      @@stevenbridges gonna need to start using disguises for the third season lol

  • @ryanboutr7756
    @ryanboutr7756 Рік тому +1

    You're an animal on the casino floor bro, it's really cool to watch it. I'm glad I found your channel.

  • @maxwellfire
    @maxwellfire Рік тому +73

    I believe it's actually illegal to ban card counters (or any skill based play) in Louisiana (if that's not the state you're talking about for next episode) so those casinos backing you off this and past episode were also breaking the law in that way as well. Sadly it seems like despite passing the law in 2018 the state has done nothing to enforce it -_- . Anyway, cool videos!

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +11

      Yeah I think you're right there!

    • @jonathans3878
      @jonathans3878 Рік тому +7

      If that's the case, you 100% have to go back to the casinos that backed you off and play again. Please, I NEED this...

    • @maxwellfire
      @maxwellfire Рік тому +17

      @@jonathans3878 The problem is that there are no consequences to ignoring the law, so they'll just break it like it doesn't exist. This a hard thing in general where the right to refuse service runs up against other rights and the courts aren't (or don't want to) intervene.
      For example, you can't ban someone from your shop for being black, but you can refuse to do business with them without specifying a reason why. And it takes a court identifying a pattern of behavior and intervening to make anything change.
      If Steven went back, he'd likely be told he couldn't play, without any justification. And there would be nothing in the moment he could do that would make the casino budge.

    • @mikethomas5276
      @mikethomas5276 Рік тому +2

      I'm pretty sure this is the case in almost all of the U.S. It seems some of the other casinos in the series knew that. They didn't tell him to leave or that he couldn't play. They set a low table limit and cut the deck thin to take away his advantage where he would want to leave, but they did let him continue to play because it's acutally illegal to boot him for counting.

    • @ChooseLoveToday316
      @ChooseLoveToday316 Рік тому +1

      They dont have to give him a reason to deny service. What he is doing is on par with Sovereign Citizens or Audit The Police types. Theres something patriotic and even heroic about people who try to push back against forms of control but it doesn't usually end well for them quite the opposite.

  • @THENAMEISQUICKMAN
    @THENAMEISQUICKMAN Рік тому +7

    Not gonna lie after all the times you've been polite to casinos jerking you around it was HILARIOUSLY satisfying to see a moment where you go off on them and really make it clear just how garbage they are.

  • @SpeederSiehtAlles
    @SpeederSiehtAlles Рік тому

    Yooo man glad you are back!

  • @WingingItCrypto
    @WingingItCrypto Рік тому

    I can't believe that I actually just cheered out loud when you made it to Olive Garden on time 🤣🤣

  • @Lewis....
    @Lewis.... Рік тому +37

    Thank you for these videos. You've singlehandedly convinced me to NEVER play in any casino again. Seeing the lengths they go to so they can prevent people making any money from them shows their true nature. Criminals with a license. The fact they'll back you off, ban you in some cases and withhold your money because you have a small advantage on a game they make MILLIONS from people everyday is disgusting. More people need to see this to see how these criminals actually operate. I can't say I'm surprised though.. I worked in a Ladbrokes 5-6 years ago and they would pretty much do the same there to anyone who would win over £1500 more than once from Horse betting because they had ''insider information'. I would have the security team literally call me up and tell me to investigate random customers, try and find out their name by trying to befriend them and then 10 minutes later they would limit every single one of there bets to a £25 max stake or £50 if they would sign up to 'The Grid' where they essentially have access to all of your information and freeze all the money in your account as soon as you win a significant amount.. the same thing that guy tried to do with you 'get a players card' (I've seen this several times) I knew then these places were dodgy then but for some reasons I thought casinos were different.. clearly not.

    • @jasonbourneistreadstone
      @jasonbourneistreadstone Рік тому +5

      I heard a stat once from another video. The percentage of profits card counters take from casinos is 1/10th of 1%, potentially. And look how fiercely the casinos try and defend every cent and try and keep people from winning. As you say, criminals with a license. It really does put you off.

    • @SergeantExtreme
      @SergeantExtreme Рік тому +5

      To be fair, there are TWO games that you can win and the casino won't try to throw any roadblocks at you: poker and sports booking. Because the winnings are paid by the losers and not the casino itself, the casino doesn't care who wins or who loses and won't actively try to stop you if you're winning.

    • @forgotmyname11
      @forgotmyname11 Рік тому +1

      @@SergeantExtreme only on betting exchanges though, not a regular bookmaker!

  • @DougieBuckets22
    @DougieBuckets22 Рік тому +39

    Absolutely love this series steven

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +8

      Thank you so much for the support Dougie!

  • @steveniemyer9288
    @steveniemyer9288 Рік тому +4

    In the states we have a saying. “You can’t fight City Hall” (some people succeed rarely) knowing the law and fifty cents will get you a bag of chips (crisps in your case) 😜

  • @8trna
    @8trna Рік тому +1

    this happened to a friend of mine, usually all you have to do is threaten to sue and call your “lawyer” (friend) and they usually get scared and let you cash out

  • @zechen6879
    @zechen6879 Рік тому +1

    My boi Steven keeping these casinos in check 😂

  • @jaxsonbateman
    @jaxsonbateman Рік тому +17

    Gah, Steven, this series is too darn good. There's so much free content on the net that I never thought I'd do this - but I'm actually considering signing up to Nebula/CuriosityStream just to get a week ahead. XD Kudos to you sir!

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +3

      Haha well thank you! Next video is a fun one!

  • @reedtuttle4250
    @reedtuttle4250 Рік тому +8

    From one AP to another - good variance to ya ! Had a +6k trip session in Vegas last weekend that included 7 backoffs over 2 nights. Loving the videos sir !

  • @yuzo4110
    @yuzo4110 Рік тому

    loving the series!

  • @WellHelloSilly
    @WellHelloSilly Рік тому +4

    Bro, please NEVER count your winnings in a transitional space. Ie: Standing with your car door open and counting lots of $ with little attention to your surroundings. Just don't wanna see you get hurt or anything from something that could have been avoided. Just be safe and sound before getting complacent about your surroundings. Great video BTW! Keep em coming 👍

  • @jimmyinreallife
    @jimmyinreallife Рік тому +7

    Your series is serverly underrated, I only just found your channel last week and have watched the lot.
    Awesome editing, skills and your vlogs are formatted with a great sense of story telling.
    Hope you blow up! Thanks

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much! This series I worked with an editor and I think it really took things up a notch.

  • @kumqwtf
    @kumqwtf Рік тому +21

    I never really considered how much of card counting would be dealing with backoffs. It kind of reminds me of Dune, where the spice harvesters will always attract a sandworm; it's just a matter of time. It's the same for card counting and Casino security lol

    • @tommyfu9271
      @tommyfu9271 Рік тому

      The hardest part about card counting if you're disciplined is getting away with it. Especially as a young white guy.

    • @jessicastevens538
      @jessicastevens538 Рік тому +2

      And it really makes no sense because 99% of these card counters just lose money. Casinos should be happy to have the business

    • @tommyfu9271
      @tommyfu9271 Рік тому

      @@jessicastevens538 exactly but most casino management is braindead

  • @Yotta_Flops
    @Yotta_Flops Рік тому

    So glad I found this channel! I'm playing catch up!

  • @ONLYtheTruthMatters412
    @ONLYtheTruthMatters412 Рік тому

    You matched the energy, fair play.

  • @jonatan7112
    @jonatan7112 Рік тому +12

    Thank you for this series! Best stuff on YT right now!!

  • @maxshuty
    @maxshuty Рік тому +44

    I would love to see a mini series just on the legal portion of this first interaction and you taking them to court over it for their illegal actions. After you win the court case the final episode will be you walking into the same casino, sitting down, and counting card while daring them to do anything ☺️

    • @tevinvezina1766
      @tevinvezina1766 Рік тому +3

      They didn't violate his rights. What they did was breach the contract that was created when he bought in and they handed him chips to play with. Also, you must be kidding if you think any casino is going to allow you back inside after you win a lawsuit against them lol. They would undoubtedly trespass him (ban him from the premises) and as soon as he set foot in there again they would call the police and get him charged him with trespassing just to get him back. 100% this is what would happen.

  • @TheTubePoweredOne
    @TheTubePoweredOne Рік тому +1

    The Olive Garden question genuinely had me in suspense, I won't lie.

  • @CHURCHISAWESUM
    @CHURCHISAWESUM 9 місяців тому

    I’ve been binging these videos from the early days of innocent Steven to now reaching the end: the Punished Steven arc. A man denied his payout 😂

  • @firemarshal1bill
    @firemarshal1bill Рік тому +4

    Another banger of a video. Seeing the stark contrast between those two pit bosses makes me wonder how much of the inappropriate back offs are the casino's fault vs the individual.

  • @mattmoore4170
    @mattmoore4170 Рік тому +3

    These vids are more casino drama than blackjack/counting and I'm HERE for it!

  • @CoxTheC
    @CoxTheC Рік тому +5

    Here we are once again, the "impartial" gaming comission not knowing the basic laws. Good on you for keeping your cool and moving on, keep up the work.👍

  • @aleckchavez4569
    @aleckchavez4569 Рік тому

    You're super nice and keep your cool so well. I definitely would be a lot more heated than you ever are 😂good job

  • @matthewbloom19
    @matthewbloom19 Рік тому +9

    I love these videos, you're doing the right thing out there! keep it up!!

  • @tgiles8600
    @tgiles8600 Рік тому +6

    Wow, can't believe I saw this as it came out. Love the series

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching and commenting! 😃

  • @lilmentor3
    @lilmentor3 Рік тому

    Wednesday is my new Friday! Love the videos!

  • @brianmaloney45
    @brianmaloney45 4 місяці тому +1

    It's amazing how many companies or police departments think that "policy" equates to law.

  • @BrianFreemancomedy
    @BrianFreemancomedy Рік тому +36

    This series makes my week, I just love them

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +6

      Dude that is really nice to read! Thank you

    • @BrianFreemancomedy
      @BrianFreemancomedy Рік тому +2

      @@stevenbridges I even joined Nebula with your link 2 see them faster

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +2

      @@BrianFreemancomedy I greatly appreciate that! Thank you!

  • @T3RoCh0C1NC0gt
    @T3RoCh0C1NC0gt Рік тому +4

    Series is very exciting! If this gets bigger, I wonder how long you can keep this going.
    Best of luck!

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому

      Yeah the more successful the videos, the harder it is to play. But I do have other series ideas

  • @CyanPhoenix_
    @CyanPhoenix_ Рік тому +9

    Very interesting to hear you talk about the other card counter guy, and how he didn't give off any "vibes" that he was counting! seems like if you want to do this kind of thing regularly that would be the biggest asset to have.

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +4

      Yeah he's the only card counter I know who has never been backed off. The guy is smart!

    • @TheRealScooterGuy
      @TheRealScooterGuy Рік тому

      @@stevenbridges -- Now the casinos will be trying to figure out who he is. lol! They'll be suspicious of everyone, even those who don't know anything about counting cards.

    • @TheRealScooterGuy
      @TheRealScooterGuy Рік тому

      It would be a great asset to not "give off any vibes" while card counting, but it is unclear how to learn that skill. That said, actively working with someone to count cards does break some laws, so there is that too.

  • @deandrep4273
    @deandrep4273 Рік тому

    the fact that this is from 2020 is mind blowing! a recent update would be awesome !

  • @samuelpipe88
    @samuelpipe88 Рік тому +4

    Love the back tracking and story changing of that guy

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +1

      Yeah I wish I'd said this more in the video, he TOTALLY flips his whole explanation.

  • @NathanHedglin
    @NathanHedglin Рік тому +3

    You make me so nostalgic for my AP blackjack days.

  • @gizaalmighty
    @gizaalmighty Рік тому +1

    happy you got your Olive Garden 🎉🎉🎉

  • @PacoFTW
    @PacoFTW Рік тому +1

    You have the platform to take that casino to court for that man. You have every ounce of evidence you could want

  • @JSephH76
    @JSephH76 Рік тому +5

    Hey man. I just wanna say I've read your replies to a lot of the comments people have left and I really admire your class and your grace. You're a stand up guy and I appreciate you and your incredible content. Keep up the good work my man!

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +2

      That’s really kind of you to say! Thank you JSeph!

  • @Lidz2193
    @Lidz2193 Рік тому +23

    In a recent back off they asked for my ID and I pulled it out, covered up my last name, pointed at my date of birth, and "showed them my ID." I was surprised that it worked. I didn't let them take it out of my hand though. All I said was "there, are you happy to see that I am indeed 21 years of age"?

    • @stevenbridges
      @stevenbridges  Рік тому +6

      Damn it why don't I do these things 😂
      Nice one

    • @Lidz2193
      @Lidz2193 Рік тому +2

      @@stevenbridges Haha in the heat of these moments there's no clear cut thing to do. It's all very random. I love how you call it "the ID dance" cause that's exactly what it is.

    • @bluelionman
      @bluelionman Місяць тому

      Call out the authorities how bad is this. Boycott Louisianna.

  • @roorraptor
    @roorraptor 4 місяці тому +1

    Not gonna lie I've always been a great tipper at casinos to the staff but this is making me rethink that

  • @RaceMentally
    @RaceMentally Рік тому

    The dude calling you out on the way out should be doing security lol

  • @bryson1960
    @bryson1960 Рік тому +5

    Love the series man! Keep it up!

  • @tylerhassey5210
    @tylerhassey5210 Рік тому +4

    I discovered these videos just a couple days ago and have been binge watching them like my life depended on it, love the content, and I’ve actually seen a card counter in action at Choctaw Casino in Oklahoma (from Texas where gambling is illegal :/) and made the horrible decision to sit at his table, he was very obvious with it taking sometimes up to 30 seconds to make a decision whether to hit or stand with what I believe to be a 5 deck shoe, after about 2 1/2 hours he was never backed off and had won so much that he was tipping $100s to the dealer for “luck” and buying everyone at the table drinks of their choice
    TL;DR: Choctaw Casino doesn’t seem to care if you’re counting and it’s an absolutely massive casino

    • @zergreenone8111
      @zergreenone8111 10 місяців тому

      Sounds to me like he doesn't actually know what he's doing and was just getting lucky. Tipping tons of money to the dealer sounds like it would destroy the player's edge over the casino. I'm sure he was trying his best to use some system to beat the casino, but the ostentatious display of wealth makes it sound to me like he's trying his best to appear successful without really being successful.

  • @magicvibrations5180
    @magicvibrations5180 Рік тому

    Hey Steven, it's great to see this casino behaviour called out, and I think you should keep exposing them on the channel. That being said, it would be nice to also see at least *some* card counting theory in each video. It's a neat craft and I love seeing the math and graphs!

  • @flipster7746
    @flipster7746 9 місяців тому

    Just found your channel and subscribed. One day I will Go to Las Vegas. Greetings from over Europe ✌️. Enjoy your videos

  • @bradleyf1342
    @bradleyf1342 Рік тому +4

    Loving this series, can’t wait for the next ep

  • @DutchDevilRs
    @DutchDevilRs Рік тому +3

    the thing that blows my mind the most is... the biggest issue makers are at casinos where you are down 1-3k dollars... they literally profited on you and then make a scene... :')

  • @christopherblalock2903
    @christopherblalock2903 4 місяці тому +1

    While in a den of thieves, you seem so surprised when sketchy shit happens.

  • @laskey2175
    @laskey2175 9 місяців тому

    Hire a lawyer to help your team. It won't cost too much. If you ever get into a situation the nuclear bomb is, "Ok, I'm just calling my lawyer."

  • @mradamdavies
    @mradamdavies Рік тому +3

    As a magician, I find these video fascinating. I've only ever card-counted as a trick but have thought about doing it at a casino... It must be harder than it looks simply due to the added pressure of being watched like a hawk!

    • @codysconspiracies777
      @codysconspiracies777 Рік тому +3

      It's hard due to the fast pace, noise, crowds of people, lights, casino personnel

    • @NathanHedglin
      @NathanHedglin Рік тому +2

      It takes a lot of acting skills, multitasking and strength to handle back offs. I was kicked off property while staying at the casino (free room) at like 2am 😂
      Bankroll Management is critical too

  • @riparianlife97701
    @riparianlife97701 Рік тому +3

    This has cured me of any slight desire I had to go to a casino, anywhere, even for a club sandwich.

    • @tmtmtlsml
      @tmtmtlsml Рік тому +1

      Many casino restaurants operate at a slight loss. The money they make from every other revenue source more than makes up for it, plus people that come for the cheap food will often lose more on slots than they saved in the buffet, so it ends up as a net positive for them. Just gotta have the self-control to not pull the lever on the way out the door after your meal

    • @riparianlife97701
      @riparianlife97701 Рік тому

      @@tmtmtlsml I don't like eating in cigarette smoke.

  • @IRLAsh
    @IRLAsh Рік тому

    Binge watching love these videos

  • @Jordan_Incognito
    @Jordan_Incognito Рік тому

    I ran into you at Olive Garden but I didn’t know if it was you! I should of said hello damn!😂

  • @Chareads
    @Chareads Рік тому +5

    Not being able to get in touch with a police department isn't just an issue for gamblers, it undermines the value of the whole justice system. Sorry the law didn't even have your back but you got out of these situations safely x

  • @JonathanChute
    @JonathanChute Рік тому +4

    For the second casino, I may be wrong. But if they did think you were under 21 they would still have to cash you out, but then not let you play any games until you produce ID - it doesn't make sense that they'd be able to withhold your money - even if you were underage.

    • @kolmogorovaxiom1493
      @kolmogorovaxiom1493 Рік тому +2

      The only way that would be fair is if they were also required to refund losses to underage gamblers, which you know they won’t do

  • @zachmcdaniel3811
    @zachmcdaniel3811 10 місяців тому

    Man i love the video's but im also glad this man got his pasta

  • @sapper_5126
    @sapper_5126 Рік тому +1

    Outside of Nevada, very very few casinos in the U.S. care in the slightest about the laws that oversee them. A local casino in NY near me has never had their computerized machines, especially slots, at the legal payout rates. They've had their slots set to payout jackpot thousands of plays higher than the legal maximum.

  • @gingershrimp4024
    @gingershrimp4024 Рік тому +7

    This is one of the videos of all time

  • @jeredjamesaz
    @jeredjamesaz 11 місяців тому +3

    Gaming commission and police... Our tax dollars at work.

  • @Matt-em9bd
    @Matt-em9bd Рік тому

    man i like the guy that then cooled down and asked how to better handle futre situations

  • @radicalrick9587
    @radicalrick9587 Рік тому +7

    *As for cashing out, I'm reminded of a movie called "21" where they use the local Lap dancers, who also get chips for tips, from a bar to cash out all that money. And the Casino was none the wiser.*
    *You can always do this and then give the lady or ladies a nice tip.*
    *They let you play, because they're hoping you lose money. But if you're winning, then they want you out of there.*

  • @JasperCasper24
    @JasperCasper24 Рік тому +3

    Take a shot every time they ask for his ID

  • @Noah-nb5mk
    @Noah-nb5mk Рік тому

    The fact u said u actually made it to Olive Garden was the cherry on top and broke the seriousness 😂